Domonique Wilson

Region 1 JAG Coordinator
Center of Workforce Innovations

Bio

Domonique is an innovator, program developer, career advisor, and philanthropist. Her passion for assisting youth in discovering and accomplishing their career and life goals has connected her to youth professionals across the state of Indiana. As the Regional Coordinator for Northwest Indiana’s Jobs for Americas Graduates (JAG) program, she has facilitated dozens of college tours, regional events, and service-geared initiatives. JAG National and the Indiana Youth Services Association have recognized her for the extraordinary commitment to youth; she embraces every opportunity to guide and support their journeys to employment, military, and post-secondary education. Before joining CWI, Domonique served in several public safety roles throughout the state. In 2015, she earned her Bachelor’s degree at Indiana University Northwest in Criminal Justice and became a Certified Child and Youth Care Practitioner in 2017. Domonique believes that when youth have access to resources and opportunities, they can make educated decisions.

Q & A

What is the best stress release?

I love to run. At the beginning of a run, thousands of thoughts float through my mind. By the end of my run, I have created a To Do List and an I Don’t Care Anymore List.

What would you tell your teenage self?

I would tell my teenage self not to race toward success. You are that! You demand that, not only in whom you’re becoming but in who you are now. Enjoy now! You don’t have to work so hard! Believe it! See it! Manifest it!

What has the pandemic taught you about yourself?

The pandemic taught me that I have no limits and, more importantly, to enjoy life now. No matter what it looks like!

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